Compliancy Group

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In an increasingly interconnected world, where technology plays a pivotal role in healthcare delivery, ensuring the security and privacy of patient information has become more critical than ever. The rising threat of cyber attacks targeting healthcare organizations has brought healthcare cybersecurity to the forefront. Let’s look into the realm of healthcare cybersecurity and explore its challenges, solutions, and the importance of safeguarding sensitive data.

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YouCompli

OCTOBER 11, 2023

With children back in school, well-visit checkups and sports physical appointments are opportunities for providers to evaluate and discuss mental health. School-aged kids – ages 5 to 17 – face a mental health crisis, and they need all the support they can get. Youth intervention may not be a traditional focus area for compliance professionals, but they can be instrumental in confronting this crisis.

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Total Medical ComplianceHIPAA

OCTOBER 7, 2023

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical issue, particularly in the healthcare sector. Cybersecurity isn’t just an optional add-on but rather an essential component of a successful and compliant healthcare practice. Why is Cybersecurity Important in Healthcare? Healthcare practices handle a lot of sensitive and confidential data.

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HIT Consultant

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Carla Fogaren R.N., Certified ADA Coordinator at AMN Language Services For the last decade, Section 1557 has been at the center of many changes and today, it continues to be as the Biden administration is working to take giant steps towards restoring and strengthening some civil rights protections for people in many health-related programs and activities that receive funding from the federal government.

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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Healthicity

OCTOBER 13, 2023

The Inspector General of HHS has warned the healthcare compliance community that reimbursement methodologies associated with Medicare Advantage would be a top priority. Included in these efforts is an enhanced focus on Hierarchical Condition Categories (HCC) and risk adjustment.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Musculoskeletal care is a critical service line in healthcare. More than 50% of the adult population in the U.S. has some form of MSK condition, and the impact on people’s lives is significant. THE PROBLEM Pain and mobility issues affect day-to-day living and independence. Quality of life changes dramatically with the compounding effects on mental health; comorbidities like cardiovascular disease, diabetes or obesity; the ability to work; and financial security.

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Bill of Health

OCTOBER 12, 2023

By Bobby Stroup If advocates working to address health disparities want to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles, perhaps they should adopt the mindset of people who do that on a daily basis: entrepreneurs. Applying the entrepreneurial spirit to advocacy around the social determinants of health (SDOH) sounds like a potentially beneficial way to further the cause.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The Drug Enforcement Administration has extended flexibilities for remote prescribing of controlled substances through the end of 2024. Final telemedicine regulations are expected to be issued by the fall of 2024, the DEA said. This is the second extension granted by the DEA. The first was to expire on Nov.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

“Our goal is to be the most convenient health and wellness destination, whether you’re physically in our stores or virtually in our stores,” said Tracey Brown, Walgreens’ chief customer officer and president of retail, at HLTH.

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Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Social determinants of health – the food, shelter and security attributes of patients that exist outside of care settings – contribute disproportionate risks for disease, hospital readmissions and a lack of access to quality healthcare among vulnerable populations, including people on Medicare. Consider that medical care may only account for between 10% and 20% of health outcomes, while a patient's neighborhood and environment, economic stability and education, social and communi

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Bill of Health

OCTOBER 11, 2023

By  Ameet Sarpatwari , Liam Bendicksen , and  Aaron S. Kesselheim Each month, members of the Program On Regulation, Therapeutics, And Law (PORTAL) review the peer-reviewed medical literature to identify interesting empirical studies, policy analyses, and editorials on health law and policy issues relevant to current or potential future work in the Division.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Besides gaining improved cognitive outcomes, it has also received positive perceptions and acceptance from elderly users.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 13, 2023

René Quashie, an executive at the Consumer Technoloy Association, argues that artificial intelligence could be pivotal for the healthcare industry — with regulation and guardrails.

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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?

Healthcare It News

OCTOBER 11, 2023

RPM maker Dozee from India has unveiled a new AI-powered continuous patient monitoring system that can be used outside the ICU and at home. HOW IT WORKS Much like Dozee's existing connected bed platform , the new Dozee Pro Ex, according to a press release, can also continuously monitor patients' vitals and comes with an AI-powered early warning feature that alerts care teams in instances of patient deterioration.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Your morning summary of digital health news, information and events to know about if you want to be “in the know”.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 9, 2023

When combined with Med-PaLM 2, providers and life sciences companies can obtain answers to questions about patient medical records and general medical knowledge.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 13, 2023

About 42% of Medicare Advantage plans that offer prescription drug coverage in 2024 earned four or more stars, compared with just over half this year.

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The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 9, 2023

LAS VEGAS—Medicare Advantage (MA) has only grown over the last decade, and, in tandem, voices criticizing the program have gotten louder. | LAS VEGAS—Medicare Advantage has only grown over the last decade, and, in tandem, voices criticizing the program have gotten louder.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The medical directors of NHS trusts running FDP pilots have been asked to sign an open letter of support to patients and the public for the FDP initiative.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Anita Mahon, executive vice president and global head of healthcare at EXL, discusses how the analytics firm helps payers and providers utilize data within generative AI.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The company released a 2024 earnings outlook below Wall Street expectations on Thursday, two days after announcing a new CEO.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Amazon’s $3.9 billion acquisition of One Medical made big waves when it was announced in July 2022, signaling that the online retailer had bold ambitions to expand its reach in healthcare. | One Medical CMO Dr. Andrew Diamond is bullish about what Amazon is building in healthcare. He believes Amazon Health can help tackle the burden of chronic diseases in the U.S.

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Digital Health News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A recent Digital Health Networks debate looked at beliefs about the use of AI into healthcare and concluded it can be integrated safely into clinical use.

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Mobi Health News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Panelists at the Constellation Forum 2023 at Northwell Health discussed AI's impact on healthcare and how to adapt to the changing health tech environment.

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Healthcare Dive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The impending purchase is part of a new health business being spun out by General Catalyst, called the Health Assurance Transformation Corporation.

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